Woodburn Public School

Shane’s Simplicities...... Farewell 2013

Today is the final day for students in the 2013 school year. It is the day that we do indeed kick Year 6 out for the very last time as members of our school. Whilst I share the sadness of staff

at seeing these students leave we also know that they are taking a step into a bigger world. I hope that each member of this group has some strong and pivotal memories of their time in our school and that they will be able to look back and know that they were treated

respectfully, given opportunities and encouraged to be ‘their’ best. We wish you (and any other students and families leaving us over the holiday period) all the very best in the future!

2014 Plans As mentioned at the Presentation Night we are still awaiting final enrolments for 2014 which will confirm our 5 class compositions. At this point in time we will be starting 2014 with 5 classes, with compositions to most likely be:

Kindergarten (Early Stage 1), 2 classes comprising of Years 1 & 2 students (Stage 1), a Year 3 and 4 class (Stage 2) and a Year 5 & 6 class (Stage 3). Final plans and allocation of teachers has NOT occurred and depends heavily on whether this model is confirmed as our model of operation in the new year.

2014 is a very exciting opportunity as we will be welcoming new students across the school, but particularly the Kindergarten class which will commence it’s journey into the world of BIG School.

Staff will return to school on Tuesday 28 January, with students set to return on Wednesday 29 January.

For Your Diary Week 11 16 - 20 DecWed Last day for studentsFri Last day for staff

Week 1 Term 1 2014 27-31 JanMon Australia Day HolidayTues Staff returnWed All students return

Week 6 3 - 7 MarchMon School Photos

Next P & C MeetingMonday 10 Feb 6:30 pm

email: woodburn-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Web: www.woodburn-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Week 11 Term 4 Wednesday 18 December 2013

Ph: 66 822 502 Fax: 66 822 513

Woodburn StWOODBURN 2472

“Do more of what

makes you happy!”

School Captains Last night it was announced that our school leadership team for 2014 will be:Captains: Amy Moylan and Katelyn WilliamsVice Captains: Kiah Waters and Clay WylieThese students have been advised of the high expectations placed upon them and we look forward to seeing them fulfil these expectations. Congratulations on your election.

A vote of thanks also goes out to our departing captains (Kiara Stothard and Sebastian Fletcher) and vice captains (Jasmine Clarke and Ashleigh Williams) for all they have done to lead our students in 2013.

CongratulationsCongratulations to the winners of the lucky door prizes at the Presentation night. The Piggott family are off to Wet n Wild and the Healey family are off to Sea World - have a fabulous time!

Staffing I can confirm that Mrs Karen Mackenzie will commence 2014 at our school in the capacity of Assistant Principal Learning and Support. This role is based in our school but services the needs of approximate 25 other schools in the area of support for student learning. Karen is looking forward to her new role and to becoming part of our school whenever and wherever possible.

Season’s Greetings To conclude, I’d like to extend best wishes and thoughts to all families for a very safe and happy

Christmas filled with family fun and laughter. I also hope that you may enter 2014 filled with hope and aspirations for another fantastic year ahead. Enjoy those around you and remember that every day

is a blessing to be lived to the full.

Until next year….

Freaky Friday FeteYear 6 would like to say a big thankyou to all the teachers, Learning Support Officers and staff of Woodburn Public School who worked so hard to help make our fete a success. We would like to extend a special thankyou to all the parents and guardians who gave up their time to tirelessly help on the day and to everyone who donated prizes for our fete. The fete raised $446.20 to go towards the Year 6 gift to the school. This is a mammoth effort for a small school that would not be possible without the support of staff and community. Year 6 2013, Mrs Duncan & Mrs Cattle

Student BankingIf you would like to open an account with the Commonwealth Bank please come to the office for an application form. School Banking will resume in 2014 on 7 Feb. Congratulations to all our school baking students - you’ve done an awesome job of saving this year!

Lyn BlakeCOORDINATOR

UniformsNEW Hooded Jumpers now in stock - $25 ea, sizes 6 - 16 available. Sloppy joes will be discontinued - $15 till sold out!

Kim SkainesUNIFORM COORDINATOR

Christmas HamperThe winners of the Christmas Hamper raffle are:Leni Cain-Roberts, Tahlia Rojcevic, Deb Cain, Mikayla Kennedy, Bayley Williams, Indigo Skaines, Hayley Trustum, Blair Piggott, Judd Piggott, Gabe Cain-Roberts, Katelyn Williams, Amber Clarke, Sharlie-Anne Anderson & Ben Fletcher. Congratulations.

Thanks to everyone who donated prizes for the raffle - you’re awesome!

Kim, Alison & ToniFUNDRAISING COMMITTEE

Community StuffPlaygroup at Woodburn Public School

Every Thursday (during school terms) from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Come along for a fun morning. We have a great facility with plenty of toys and games. It’s very informal - a chat and morning tea while the kids play. It’s open to Mums, Dads, Grandmas, Grandpas and Carers.See you all next year!!!

Rising Sun Support Group• The Mid Richmond Neighbourhood Centre is now

operating a support group for those effected by suicide called the Rising Sun Support Group. Supported by Provisional Psychologist, meetings will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month commencing at 5pm.

Xmas Holiday Intensive Swimming6 - 10 January & 13 - 17 January10 day intensive Monday to Friday4 yrs to 10 yrs$70 for a 10 day program. Fees do nor include pool admission fees. The program is being held at Evans Head Aquatic Centre from 10 am - 1 pm & Woodburn Pool from 3 pm to 6 pm. For bookings please phone Evans Head Aquatic Centre on 66 825 885.

The Great Aussie Pie Bake-off Hello to all community members,I’m sending you the details of a competition in the Richmond Valley open to anyone with a knack for pastry and a sense of the Australia Day spirit who would like to join in a competition “the Great Aussie Pie Bake-off”.

Two categories for the competition will ensure professionals are matched equally with each other, while super at-home bakers can show off their prowess.The terms and conditions are enclosed with the entry form attached, but to summarise: Pies should be meat based of any kind and flavour.2 cold pies must be delivered to Coraki bakery Friday 24 January, one will be heated for tasting and the other will be judged on presentationJudging will take place at Coraki Bakery Saturday 25 January and winners will be announced Sunday 26 January at the official Richmond Valley Australia Day celebrations in Coraki.

Kate Crockett

LISMORE MILO T20 BLAST SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

OAKES OVAL, LISMOREGIRLS & BOYS aged 8-12 years

MON 13 & TUE 14 JANUARY 20149.30am to 1.30pm

$99pp (inc. t-shirt, hat plus more!) Register before WED 1 JAN !

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Canteen RosterRostered Weeks Monday

11 am - 2:30 pmFriday

9 am - 2:30 pmFriday (lunch prep) only

10 am - 12 noonWks 1 & 6 HELP!!!!!!!!!! Sam & Rachel Trustum ????Wks 2 & 7 Lisa Cottle Kim Skaines & Kaz Humphris ????Wks 3 & 8 Tammy Davis Deb Cain & HELP!!!!!!!! ????Wks 4 & 9 Stacy Gordon Kaz Humphris & Tammy Tuck ????Wks 5 & 10 Belinda Gomes & Jennifer

MertonJennifer Merton & HELP!!! ????

Fresh & Frozen Fruits available now for just 20c

REMINDER - BROWN PAPER BAGS ARE 10C EACH IF NOT BROUGHT FROM HOME! Please have your money securely placed in your lunch bag! Parent Helpers for the next week are in bold. Thanks for your ongoing help - we really appreciate you! If you cannot make it on your rostered day it is up to you to find a replacement. Any ideas for canteen PLEASE come along to the next P & C Meeting!

Our WinnersRIPA’s Beau Graham

Ashley GormanGabe Cain-Roberts Stephen Kennedy Andrew Jordan

KJ Indigo Skaines Marcus Swansborough

Blake Smith Rebecca Bradley

1J Lionel Ribiero-Deornelas

Angus Davis Dana Spicer Ashley Gorman

2/3T Zachary Gillett Alex Kirk Shimani Booker Blake Trustum4/5/6D Jack Patterson Keely Johns Jack Torrance Bailey Trustum4/5/6C Damien Rojcevic Jai Deahm Milly Corbett Aleisha WynneValues

CertificatesRebecca BradleyJacob CormackKate Cormack

Sean DavisCasey DeahmTyler ElliottZac Gillett

Ashley GormanOscar Healey

Michael JordanAimie KirkMiah-Bella

NormanJack Patterson

Lionel Ribiero-Deornelas

Alannah SkainesIndigo SkainesBonnie SmithMika SpicerFaith Taylor

Charlie TicknorBailey TrustumBlake TrustumTroy TurnerTaj Wylie

Tamika WynneAliesha Wynne

Freaky Friday